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How we rank companies: Our rankings represent our editorial team's opinions based on independent research using publicly available information. Rankings are not based on compensation or advertising relationships. Important: SolarPanelExit.com earns money when homeowners who consent are connected with authorized partners, who pay for inquiries. Partner payments do not change ratings, and we apply the same evaluation criteria to all companies. Read our ownership and funding statement
What Our Rankings Represent
Our company rankings are editorial opinions, not objective measurements. They represent what our editorial team believes are the best options for homeowners exploring solar contract exit services, based on the criteria described below. Different homeowners may have different needs, and our #1 pick may not be the best fit for every situation.
We encourage all readers to:
- Do their own independent research
- Contact multiple companies before making any decisions
- Consult with a qualified attorney, especially for legal approaches
- Read our ownership and funding statement to understand how we earn money
Evaluation Criteria
We evaluate solar contract exit companies across six categories. Each category is weighted based on what we believe matters most to homeowners seeking exit services.
We analyze publicly available customer reviews from sources including the Better Business Bureau (BBB), Google Reviews, Trustpilot, and consumer complaint databases. We look at overall star ratings, the volume of reviews, recency of reviews, and the nature of both positive and negative feedback. We do not use reviews that we cannot verify as coming from real customers.
We evaluate the breadth of services offered: whether a company handles lease buyouts, contract transfers, legal referrals, negotiation, and other exit methods. Companies that offer a wider range of legitimate exit approaches may score higher because they can serve a broader range of homeowner situations.
We assess whether a company is transparent about its pricing structure, whether fees are disclosed upfront or hidden, and whether the pricing model appears reasonable relative to the services provided. We rely on publicly available pricing information and reported customer experiences. We do not have access to confidential pricing for all companies.
We evaluate how many states a company serves and whether they have the infrastructure to help homeowners across different jurisdictions with varying state laws.
We research complaint filings with the BBB, state attorneys general, and consumer protection agencies. Companies with a pattern of unresolved complaints or regulatory actions may be ranked lower or excluded from our rankings entirely.
We consider how long a company has been operating, whether they employ or partner with licensed attorneys, and whether they hold relevant industry certifications or affiliations.
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What Our Ratings Mean
| Rating | Our Assessment |
|---|---|
| 4.5 – 5.0 ★ | In our opinion, an excellent option that excels across most evaluation criteria |
| 4.0 – 4.4 ★ | In our opinion, a strong option with some notable strengths |
| 3.5 – 3.9 ★ | In our opinion, a competent option with both strengths and weaknesses |
| 3.0 – 3.4 ★ | In our opinion, an adequate option with significant areas for improvement |
| Below 3.0 ★ | In our opinion, not recommended. Significant concerns identified |
Limitations of Our Research
We want to be transparent about the limitations of our evaluation process:
- We rely on publicly available information. We do not have access to companies' internal data, financial records, or confidential customer satisfaction metrics.
- Our research is ongoing. Companies may change their services, pricing, or business practices after our review. We update our rankings periodically but cannot guarantee real-time accuracy.
- Reviews may not be representative. Publicly available customer reviews may skew negative (people are more likely to leave reviews after bad experiences) or may not represent the full range of customer outcomes.
- We cannot verify all claims. We report what companies publicly claim about their services and what customers publicly report about their experiences. We cannot independently verify every claim.
- Our rankings are opinions. Reasonable people could evaluate the same information and reach different conclusions. Our rankings should be one input, not the only input, in your decision-making process.
Ownership and funding: SolarPanelExit.com is independently owned and has no ownership interest in any company it ranks or reviews. We may earn compensation when homeowners who consent are connected with authorized partners, who pay for inquiries. This does not change our ratings, but you should consider it when evaluating our rankings. We encourage you to research all companies independently. Ownership and funding statement
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How We Handle Conflicts of Interest
- We have no ownership interest in any company we rank or review
- We disclose compensation arrangements in our Advertiser Disclosure
- We do not suppress negative information about any company, including authorized partners that pay us for inquiries
- We rank competing companies favorably when our evaluation criteria support it
- Partner payments do not change ratings; if our editorial evaluation determines a company deserves a higher or lower ranking, we update our rankings accordingly
How to Provide Feedback
If you believe any information on our site is inaccurate, or if you represent a company that would like to be considered for our rankings, please contact us at editorial@solarpanelexit.com. We review all feedback and make corrections when warranted.
This methodology page is reviewed and updated quarterly. Last reviewed: October 6, 2026.